Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Scion tC | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.7 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 193.4 in | -19.4 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 73.7 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 72.8 in | -17.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1561 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 59.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 58.9 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 55.5 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.9 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -39 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -48.3 ft3 |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |